Franklin County commission approves $4.99 million CDBG application and $1 million local match for TCAT satellite The Franklin County Commission voted unanimously Feb. 27 to apply for a $4,990,000 Community Development Block Grant to build a Tennessee College of Applied Technology satellite, committing $1,000,000 in local funds and agreeing to an MOU that would transfer the finished facility to the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Franklin County is set to invest nearly $5 million in a new satellite campus for the Tennessee College of Applied Technology, paving the way for future skills training and job opportunities!

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Auditors give Franklin County an unmodified opinion; report finds $3M school operating shortfall and internal‑control issues Independent auditors issued an unmodified opinion on Franklin County’s financial statements and federal grants but flagged repeated internal‑control findings and material adjustments to the school operating fund that produced about $3.0M in over‑expenditures requiring a county transfer; the board accepted the audit and discussed budget pressures, LCI funding drops and next steps.

Franklin County's recent audit reveals a staggering $3 million shortfall in school operating funds, raising urgent questions about financial controls and future budget pressures.

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Franklin County Board of Education Approves Budget Amendments for 2026 Commissioners approve multiple budget amendments for Franklin County education and library funds.

Franklin County Commissioners just approved crucial budget amendments that could reshape education and library funding for the next fiscal year!

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Career and Technical Education Summit Scheduled at Franklin Center with Keynote from Secretary Slater Board to tour Martinsville CTE facility and discuss community projects during summit meeting.

Franklin County is gearing up for an exciting summer with the upcoming CTE Summit, a pivotal event that promises to reshape vocational education and community collaboration!

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School District honors Carrie Lehi for completing Grow Your Own Program District recognizes Carrie Lehi's achievement in the Grow Your Own Program for employment.

Franklin County is celebrating local talent as two graduates from the "Grow Your Own" program, including future teacher Carrie Lehi, take strides toward enriching our schools!

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County Commissioners support Title IX issue for Kennewick School District girls athletics Commissioners endorse letter aiding Kennewick girls sports and discuss road safety concerns.

Franklin County commissioners are tackling urgent community issues from road safety to rising taxes, while championing Title IX for girls' sports—what's next for your local governance?

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School Board approves budget plan addressing health insurance and staff benefits Board approves budget prioritizing health insurance, additional staff, and safety improvements.

Franklin County's Board of Supervisors is tackling budget challenges head-on, ensuring educational quality and safety amidst rising health insurance costs.

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City allocates $500K for school operational support and SRO phase-in City funds school budget with $500K for operations and $150K for bus replacements

Franklin County is making waves with a $500K boost for schools and a focus on student safety—how will these changes shape our local education system?

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Doctor Sears presents budget plan to school board amid declining enrollment projections School board discusses budget proposal with focus on compensation and construction funding.

Franklin County's educational future hangs in the balance as budget discussions unveil critical funding challenges and an unexpected boost in state aid.

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